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A Boy Called Christmas

By Matt Haig

Adjectives

heartwarming adventurous magical humorous

Genres

Fantasy Adventure Humour

Synopsis

Eleven-year-old Nikolas, nicknamed 'Christmas', has only ever received a turnip doll as a toy. Living in a tiny Finnish cottage with his father, his world changes when his father disappears. Determined to find him, Nikolas embarks on a daring journey to the North Pole. Along the way, he befriends a grumpy reindeer, outsmarts a mischievous troll, and uncovers the magical village of Elfhelm. With Christmas spirit dwindling, Nikolas might be the only hope to restore joy—if he can rescue his father in time.

About the author

Matt Haig is a popular British author who writes exciting and imaginative books for children. He is best known for his bestselling story 'A Boy Called Christmas', which has been enjoyed by many young readers. Matt loves creating magical worlds and unforgettable characters that inspire children to dream big and believe in themselves.

Pages

288 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2021

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